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Aug 16 2025CRIME

Pink Chalk and Broken Faith: A Statue's Story

In the quiet of the night, someone took a piece of pink chalk and drew on a statue of the Virgin Mary. This statue stands outside the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston's South End. The drawing was not clear, just some scribbles that no one could understand. It happened between 8 p. m. Wednesday

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Aug 16 2025CRIME

Washington, D. C. : A City in Crisis

Washington, D. C. is facing a tough time. It's not as bad as some people say, but it's not great either. The city has seen a rise in crime and disorder, especially since the pandemic. You can see it in the streets—more litter, more graffiti, more homelessness, and more people begging. It's not just

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Aug 16 2025POLITICS

Washington's Crime Wave: A Look Back at Biden's 1992 Senate Speech

Back in 1992, Joe Biden, then a senator, had some strong words about crime in Washington, D. C. He was not alone in his concerns. Many people felt the same way. Biden spoke on the Senate floor about the dangers of driving in D. C. at night. He shared personal stories, like how he avoided stopping at

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Aug 15 2025HEALTH

A Closer Look at Sodium Oxybate for Laryngeal Dystonia

Laryngeal dystonia (LD) is a tricky condition. It causes sudden muscle spasms in the voice box during speech. This makes talking really hard. People with LD often find it tough to communicate clearly. Recently, sodium oxybate has shown promise as a treatment. It's especially helpful for those who re

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Aug 15 2025POLITICS

The Business of Paid Protests: A Closer Look

In a recent interview, the head of a company that organizes paid protesters shared some surprising insights. Adam Swart, the CEO of Crowds on Demand, revealed that his business has seen a huge increase in requests this year. Compared to the same time last year, there's been a 400% jump in demand for

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Aug 15 2025POLITICS

Feds Flex Muscle During Newsom's Redistricting Talk

In a bold move, federal immigration agents made a strong presence near a press event led by Governor Gavin Newsom. The event, held at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles, focused on redistricting plans. Border Patrol Sector Chief Gregory Bovino and his team, dressed in full gear, ar

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Aug 14 2025POLITICS

D. C. Police Shake Up Immigration Policies

In a significant policy shift, the Metropolitan Police Department in D. C. is now allowing officers to inform Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) about undocumented immigrants they meet during routine traffic stops. This change means that even immigrants who haven't committed any crimes could

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Aug 14 2025CRIME

Justice Served: The Long Road to Accountability for Political Violence

A man who once ran for office has been sentenced to a long time in prison. Solomon Peña, a former Republican candidate, was given 80 years behind bars. This is because he was found guilty of some serious crimes. He was involved in shootings at the homes of political leaders in Albuquerque. These att

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Aug 14 2025SCIENCE

Why Is Glass See-Through?

Ever wonder why you can see through glass? It's not magic, it's science! Glass is made from sand, but not just any sand. It's transformed into something called an amorphous solid. This special structure lets light pass through, unlike wood, which is opaque. But guess what? Scientists are even workin

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Aug 14 2025HEALTH

How Your Voice Could Help Spot Throat Cancer

Artificial intelligence might soon be able to detect throat cancer just by listening to a person's voice. This is according to a recent study that focused on men with larynx cancer. The larynx, also known as the voice box, is where the vocal cords are located. When cancer affects this area, it can c

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